Jagannath Temple

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The president, who is on a six-day tour to Odisha and Chhattisgarh, offered prayers at the Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri recently.

About Jagannath Temple

• It is a Hindu temple located in Puri, Odisha.
• It is dedicated to Lord Jagannath, a form of the Hindu deity Vishnu.
• It is believed to have been built during the reign of King Anantavarman Chodaganga Deva, of the Eastern Ganga dynasty, in the 12th century.
• However, the completion of the temple happened in 1230 AD under Anangbheema Deva III, who also installed the deities in the shrine.
• Ratha Yatra is a Hindu festival associated with Lord Jagannath temple.
• It is also one of the four sacred pilgrimage sites, known as the Chaar Dhaams, that hold great significance for Hindus.

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Jagannath Temple Architecture

• It is a striking example of Kalinga architecture, a distinct style prevalent in the Odisha region.
•  The entire temple complex is enclosed within two concentric walls.
• The temple complex includes shrines, gardens, and sacred tanks, creating a serene atmosphere for devotion.
• The main temple is located at the center of the inner courtyard on a raised platform.
• It is constructed in such a way that no shadow of the temple falls on the ground at any time of the day.
• At the pinnacle of the temple, there is a 20-foot-high chakra (wheel) that is positioned in a way to be visible from any part of the city.
• Unlike other temples of the region, the carvings on the temples are predominantly of gods and goddesses.

Source: NOA